Quote Originally Posted by Ezeikial View Post
Maybe you are right, but I can't help but chuckle at the thought that the Gardai should stay clear of places where people are "throwing their weight around" for fear of offending or inciting them.

Maybe the "fan" mentioned in the OP should appeal his conviction ( and sue the Gardai) on the basis of provocation!
Sorry just realised that was badly phrased, I meant the Gardaí are throwing their weight around where people are jumping around and just generally having fun. As I said in my first post I don't know anything about the incident in the OP, I was at the game but honestly can't remember it.